How a Fly Walks Upside Down...and Other Curious FactsOver 250 scientific questions and answers for the unscientific layperson. Humorous and fascinating, it's a vast storehouse of knowledge and a perfect trivia reference book. B& W line drawings throughout. 256 pages. |
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Preface | 17 |
How does a chameleon change its color? | 23 |
Can animals talk? | 29 |
Copyright | |
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